InspiredbyYou Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 Well it is superficial to primp. That's FACT. I'll openly admit that I'm high maintenance when it comes to primping, loving being spoiled with spa treatments, whether at the spa or at home. What's not necessarily the case, is that materialism is equal to superficiality. In order for women to want men to appreciate their efforts, means they're doing their primping only for someone else, hence why they resent it, if guys don't appreciate it. But why do this shyte for someone else? Do it for yourself and if you don't enjoy it, don't do it, since it's just a false front you're putting up, one that will come crashing down when in a secure LTR. This creates disillusionment, loss of interest and eventually, you'll get dumped. Oh stop kidding yourself we all do it for others and to be noticed if no one in this world even cared what we looked like we wouldn't bother. That's FACT. Waxing feels GREAT, all women do it because we want to feel good not to be hairless for men!
Author Awesome Username Posted December 11, 2009 Author Posted December 11, 2009 Well it is superficial to primp. That's FACT. I'll openly admit that I'm high maintenance when it comes to primping, loving being spoiled with spa treatments, whether at the spa or at home. What's not necessarily the case, is that materialism is equal to superficiality. In order for women to want men to appreciate their efforts, means they're doing their primping only for someone else, hence why they resent it, if guys don't appreciate it. But why do this shyte for someone else? Do it for yourself and if you don't enjoy it, don't do it, since it's just a false front you're putting up, one that will come crashing down when in a secure LTR. This creates disillusionment, loss of interest and eventually, you'll get dumped. A lot of girls primp for the wrong kind of guy too, which is why we have blogs like, "Hot chicks with douchebags."
threebyfate Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 I primp for me, so I look and feel good about me. And yes, I have my vanities and aren't afraid to say so. I draw the line at cosmetic or plastic surgery.
MSUE Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 OP thats nothing...I have been a profesional makeup artist 10 years...I've seen it all...some lipsticks are $50 or more just for a god darn lipstick... and even a day moisturizer for $1,00.00 dead serious...it costs a lot of money and time to doll-up...hey if any of you have specific ?s about products or lines or tricks...I'm here for you ladies;)
Author Awesome Username Posted December 11, 2009 Author Posted December 11, 2009 OP thats nothing...I have been a profesional makeup artist 10 years...I've seen it all...some lipsticks are $50 or more just for a god darn lipstick... and even a day moisturizer for $1,00.00 dead serious...it costs a lot of money and time to doll-up...hey if any of you have specific ?s about products or lines or tricks...I'm here for you ladies;) Oh man, you know it way more than I do! Some makeup is through the roof. I bet that 1,000 dollar moisturizer could keep my door hinges squeak free for the rest of their lives.
MissJoness Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 I agree with the OP, it does take a lot of effort to look very attractive. While I may not spend as much as other women to look good, I have been known to spend a lot of money on hair extenstions (has nothing to do with my race), and skin care products (my makeup is usually cheap) As a woman, we know exactly what makes a woman attractive. We can look at her and notice whether its the hair, the skin, the clothes, the makeup or whatever.
threebyfate Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 Oh man, you know it way more than I do! Some makeup is through the roof. I bet that 1,000 dollar moisturizer could keep my door hinges squeak free for the rest of their lives.They did some studies on some of those outrageous moisturizers and found that they don't do much, if even less, than some of the more reasonably priced ones. Beyond a certain amount, people are just being silly.
jerbear Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 They did some studies on some of those outrageous moisturizers and found that they don't do much, if even less, than some of the more reasonably priced ones. Beyond a certain amount, people are just being silly. That is true, the same goes with shampoos.
Author Awesome Username Posted December 11, 2009 Author Posted December 11, 2009 I agree with the OP, it does take a lot of effort to look very attractive. While I may not spend as much as other women to look good, I have been known to spend a lot of money on hair extenstions (has nothing to do with my race), and skin care products (my makeup is usually cheap) As a woman, we know exactly what makes a woman attractive. We can look at her and notice whether its the hair, the skin, the clothes, the makeup or whatever. I have REALLY curly hair. I have put it through Hell in my lifetime, and still don't know how to manage it without putting it through a straight iron. That is one thing that I have spent a sh*t ton of money on. I even had it chemically straightened, which I regret. What sucks is the moment My hair is straightened, I go out in the rain and the magic is over. lol!! I've had extensions, perms, straighteners, dyes, even almost dreadlocked the hair in highschool because I didn't know how to manage it. I'm about to go in the bathroom and straighten the tumbleweed sucker again. lol!
Ms. Joolie Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 They did some studies on some of those outrageous moisturizers and found that they don't do much, if even less, than some of the more reasonably priced ones. Beyond a certain amount, people are just being silly. Some of them are so worth it.... SK-II is a brand of skin care/make up I've converted to. It's expensive but, wow, I love it. SK-II. If you haven't heard of it, and are looking for a new brand of skin care and cover up, try it!
bean1 Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 Can you imagine the look on a man's face is he learned the cost of real human hair extensions that look so great on the models in magazines? They would **** bricks. Here's a hint: they cost more than your first car.
AD1980 Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 Men cant just look like bums and get women..While i agree we dont go to the length of women we still have to put some time and effort into it..
Author Awesome Username Posted December 11, 2009 Author Posted December 11, 2009 Can you imagine the look on a man's face is he learned the cost of real human hair extensions that look so great on the models in magazines? They would **** bricks. Here's a hint: they cost more than your first car. A lot of guys have no idea what extensions even are, and think that Jessica Simpson actually has all of that hair on her head naturally.
threebyfate Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 That is true, the same goes with shampoos.Agreed. Some of them are so worth it.... SK-II is a brand of skin care/make up I've converted to. It's expensive but, wow, I love it. SK-II. If you haven't heard of it, and are looking for a new brand of skin care and cover up, try it! No offense but SK-II brand isn't outrageously expensive. I believe the figure mentioned below was $1K for moisturizer.
Author Awesome Username Posted December 11, 2009 Author Posted December 11, 2009 Men cant just look like bums and get women..While i agree we dont go to the length of women we still have to put some time and effort into it.. That is true - especially since guys have more body hair and have to shave, and cut their hair more often, etc. You also don't have the makeup option and your clothes are often more expensive.
Untouchable_Fire Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 I have REALLY curly hair. I have put it through Hell in my lifetime, and still don't know how to manage it without putting it through a straight iron. That is one thing that I have spent a sh*t ton of money on. I even had it chemically straightened, which I regret. What sucks is the moment My hair is straightened, I go out in the rain and the magic is over. lol!! I've had extensions, perms, straighteners, dyes, even almost dreadlocked the hair in highschool because I didn't know how to manage it. I'm about to go in the bathroom and straighten the tumbleweed sucker again. lol! I think it's kinda even in regards to the amount of money we spend to be attractive to the opposite sex. I spend tons of money on clothes, gym, xtra nice car... ect, plus I pay for nearly every date.
AD1980 Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 That is true - especially since guys have more body hair and have to shave, and cut their hair more often, etc. You also don't have the makeup option and your clothes are often more expensive. Exactly so people cant just say well women put all this money into themselves so that should get them free dinners.. Men still have to work at looking good as well..In fact id say while a women has to put mroe effrot into her face and body a man dressing up is probably more important to women then vice versa imho... While i appreciate a well dressed women and even things like hot shoes can turn me on msot guys would still be turned on by a women who spent a little less money or time on a outfit..
Ms. Joolie Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 No offense but SK-II brand isn't outrageously expensive. I believe the figure mentioned below was $1K for moisturizer. haha.... well, when I need to replenish my skin cleanser, moisturizer and foundation I run a $300 bill. Guess I'm just comparing that to drugstore prices, you know? lol
Stockalone Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 Well it is superficial to primp. That's FACT. I'll openly admit that I'm high maintenance when it comes to primping, loving being spoiled with spa treatments, whether at the spa or at home. What's not necessarily the case, is that materialism is equal to superficiality. In order for women to want men to appreciate their efforts, means they're doing their primping only for someone else, hence why they resent it, if guys don't appreciate it. But why do this shyte for someone else? Do it for yourself and if you don't enjoy it, don't do it, since it's just a false front you're putting up, one that will come crashing down when in a secure LTR. This creates disillusionment, loss of interest and eventually, you'll get dumped. I don't see it that drastically. I do some things entirely for myself, and some things, I do for others even though I'd rather not have to do them. And there are things I will never do. I can't go to work in shorts and a hooded sweater. I don't like wearing suits, but I do if I have to. It's no big deal. I see relationships the same way. A woman wants me to get rid of my back hair and doesn't like it when I grow a beard, I get rid of the back hair and don't grow a beard. That's not a big deal either. If a woman told me that I also had to shave my chest or legs, I wouldn't do it because THAT would be a big deal and that is something I am not willing to do.
Author Awesome Username Posted December 11, 2009 Author Posted December 11, 2009 I think it's kinda even in regards to the amount of money we spend to be attractive to the opposite sex. I spend tons of money on clothes, gym, xtra nice car... ect, plus I pay for nearly every date. Yeah, it sounds to be about even. Gym memberships are really pricey these days if you don't already have one in your apartment!
InspiredbyYou Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 haha.... well, when I need to replenish my skin cleanser, moisturizer and foundation I run a $300 bill. Guess I'm just comparing that to drugstore prices, you know? lol I haven't used drugstore skin care or hair care since I was in my early 20's and I can't complain about my skin or hair! I wouldn't touch that stuff again if you paid me. It does make a difference. I think spending a bit more for quality is well worth it.
threebyfate Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 haha.... well, when I need to replenish my skin cleanser, moisturizer and foundation I run a $300 bill. Guess I'm just comparing that to drugstore prices, you know? lolWe're talking about paying $2100 for 21 days of treatment such as La Mer the Essence or Kanebo products. These are the outrageous amounts for products that work equally as well, sometimes worse than products that are 1/4 of their prices. I'm trying to figure out why it's so important to you that your makeup products be considered "expensive". I don't see it that drastically. I do some things entirely for myself, and some things, I do for others even though I'd rather not have to do them. And there are things I will never do. I can't go to work in shorts and a hooded sweater. I don't like wearing suits, but I do if I have to. It's no big deal. I see relationships the same way. A woman wants me to get rid of my back hair and doesn't like it when I grow a beard, I get rid of the back hair and don't grow a beard. That's not a big deal either. If a woman told me that I also had to shave my chest or legs, I wouldn't do it because THAT would be a big deal and that is something I am not willing to do.Stock, consider this the difference between you and I. There's no way I would tell my H. what to wear or do with his own body, unless he asks my opinion. I expect him to return the favour and he does.
Ms. Joolie Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 I haven't used drugstore skin care or hair care since I was in my early 20's and I can't complain about my skin or hair! I wouldn't touch that stuff again if you paid me. It does make a difference. I think spending a bit more for quality is well worth it. Exactly! And then we can't go back! And it doesn't stop there. We need, expect, the same quality for hair and clothes and shoes, etc....! ...it's hard to believe I wouldn't go through the ritual if no one were looking since I do enjoy it. lol. But I guess it's true.
Ms. Joolie Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 I'm trying to figure out why it's so important to you that your makeup products be considered "expensive". lol. No, that's not important to me. I'm just looking at the angle that such vanities or beauty rituals are indeed an expense, in consideration of this thread.
threebyfate Posted December 11, 2009 Posted December 11, 2009 lol. No, that's not important to me. I'm just looking at the angle that such vanities or beauty rituals are indeed an expense, in consideration of this thread. No one forces anyone to pay more or less for the products they use. Which is my gripe about this thread. If you resent doing it, don't do it. If you enjoy doing it, do it for yourself.
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